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Enduro from Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza to the Monti Rossi

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Enduro from Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza to the Monti Rossi

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Enduro from Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza to the Monti Rossi

01:23

19.7km

110m

Mountain biking

Get ready to pedal up the volcano and feel its energy on a legendary descent. The adventure begins at Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza in Nicolosi. This location, which serves as a ski center in winter, is the starting point of the Etna cable car. If you want to explore the area…

by Sicilia

Last updated: October 30, 2025

Tips

Includes a segment that is highly dangerous

A part of this route comprises highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 16.7 km for 163 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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216 m

Sapienza Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Sapienza refuge is the starting point for climbing the crater of Etna, it is also a very famous place for road cycling, as it hosted the arrival of some stages of the Giro d'Italia.

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6.72 km

Manfrè Refuge

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Hidden, small and welcoming accommodation. 2 tents and 2 or 3 bedrooms in the house. Some BBQ areas that attract a few visitors at weekends. dishes are provided; only brought the food to be grilled

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9.40 km

Rocky Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail is a real adrenaline rush! A technical challenge awaits, where the trail is shaped by sharp lava rock and natural steps. Test your riding precision in a unique volcanic environment, guaranteeing an intense and memorable experience.

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19.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.44 km

6.89 km

4.88 km

437 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.86 km

4.94 km

2.06 km

471 m

408 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,900 m)

Lowest point (820 m)

Weather

Tuesday 14 July

25°C

17°C

0 %

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Comments

October 13, 2025

Get ready to pedal up the volcano and feel its energy on a legendary descent. The adventure begins at Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza in Nicolosi. This location, which serves as a ski center in winter, is the starting point of the Etna cable car. If you want to explore the area before the descent, you can

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